A rare offering on Maine's easternmost edge, this 1.17-acre riverfront estate presents a unique blend of natural beauty, privacy, and long-term potential.
Imagine mornings filled with birdsong and mist rising over the St. Croix River. Afternoons spent watching seals while eagles glide overhead. Evenings on the deck, drink in hand, overlooking the nearby Canadian shore & the historic Saint Croix Island International Historic Site., the 6 acre island that was the site of an early attempt at French colonization.This is more than a property....it's a way of life.
This unique riverfront escape is where nature, serenity, and potential come together. Flanked by US Route 1 on one side and the St. Croix River on the other, the land offers both easy access and a true sense of seclusion. A long drive leads to a vintage 1960s cottage nestled at the water's edge, modest in scale but rich in charm and character. Inside you'll find a cozy one-bedroom layout with a full bath, small kitchen, and living area that opens to a spacious deck with commanding river views. It's the perfect seasonal retreat or guest quarters while you dream bigger. Up near the road, a versatile two-car garage includes a workshop and an unfinished apartment above—ideal for a future guest suite, studio, or rental unit. But perhaps the greatest feature here is the land itself. Gently sloping, beautifully treed, and positioned to capture expansive views of the river and sky, this parcel is ideally suited for a future custom home. Whether you envision a modern coastal retreat or a classic shingled estate, the setting offers a blank canvas for inspired living.
This is a place to slow down, to connect with nature, and to live with intention. Just 10 minutes from the conveniences of Calais, yet worlds away from the noise, this rare waterfront property offers the lifestyle so many seek—and so few ever find.
Active
$198,000
1604 S River Road, Calais, ME 04619
1beds
800sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
1.17 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$248/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Riverfront estateNatural beautyCozy one-bedroom layout
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Listing updated: 19 hours ago
Listed by:
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northeast Real Estate
Source: Maine Listings,MLS#: 1633770

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Wood Stove, Direct Vent Heater
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Microwave
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 800
- Total interior livable area: 800 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 800
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Storage Above, 5 - 10 Spaces, Gravel, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic, Trees/Woods
- Body of water: St. Croix River
- Frontage length: Waterfrontage: 117,Waterfrontage Owned: 117
Lot
- Size: 1.17 Acres
- Features: Rolling/Sloping, Open Lot, Level, Wooded, Rural
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: CALA000016000000000007
- Zoning: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Shingle Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Calais
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $248/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $1,640
- Date on market: 8/10/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
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